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MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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Module Title | |||
Athlete Monitoring And Support | |||
Reference | HS3139 | Version | 3 |
Created | April 2024 | SCQF Level | SCQF 9 |
Approved | June 2021 | SCQF Points | 15 |
Amended | May 2024 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
Aims of Module | |||
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This module aims to provide knowledge and application of the methods used to monitor the internal and external load of athletes during training and competition. |
Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
1 | Review and interpret the different types of load on an athlete. |
2 | Evaluate factors that influence the athlete monitoring process. |
3 | Evaluate the different systems and methods used to monitor athlete loads. |
4 | Create an athlete monitoring system. |
5 | Demonstrate the necessary professionalism through attendance at learning opportunities required for safe practice. |
Indicative Module Content |
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Athlete loading; athlete monitoring; player tracking systems; wellness; objective and subjective data; factors that influence performance; athlete self-report systems; the principles of load monitoring; data management software; data presentation; scientific assessment to support sustainable development. |
Module Delivery |
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Blended delivery comprising on campus and online learning and engagement. This will include Digital Learning Resources, Tutorials and Practical sessions. |
Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
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Contact Hours | 36 | N/A |
Non-Contact Hours | 114 | N/A |
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
TOTAL | 150 | N/A |
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |   |   |
ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
Component 1 | |||||
Type: | Practical Exam | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
Description: | Academic Poster | ||||
Component 2 | |||||
Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 0% | Outcomes Assessed: | 5 |
Description: | Minimal module attendance requirement of 80% |
MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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Explanatory Text | |
Component 1 grade based on grading proforma. Component 2 is a minimum modular attendance requirement of 80% | |
Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
A | Component 1 A; Component 2 Pass |
B | Component 1 B; Component 2 Pass |
C | Component 1 C; Component 2 Pass |
D | Component 1 D; Component 2 Pass |
E | Component 1 E; Component 2 Pass |
F | Component 1 F and/or fails Component 2 |
NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
Module Requirements | |
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Prerequisites for Module | Successful completion of Stage 2 of the BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Exercise Science course, or equivalent. |
Corequisites for module | None. |
Precluded Modules | None. |
INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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1 | McGuigan, M., 2017. Monitoring training and performance in athletes. Human Kinetics. |
2 | Students will be directed to key journals as appropriate. |